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"Michael H. Collis" <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 10 Mar 2000 20:00:41 -0500
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Joy,

Have the mechanic move the rear wheels back a notch or two.  The center
of gravity is different from the older chair...

Mike

- Joy - wrote:
>
> I just got a new wheelchair.  It's the Eclipse, from Colours.  I love it so
> far - it's very comfortable, and the service was great.  When I try to push
> on carpet, I end up popping a series of wheelies, and don't get very far
> (it's fun, but not productive : )  I'm guessing it's because this is a
> lighter weight chair than my old one.  Is it supposed to work like that?  Is
> there something miscalibrated with the chair, or is there a new technique I
> need to learn in terms of pushing?  Thanks for any advice, and sorry for the
> cross-posting.
>
> ~Joy~

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